2003 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 684 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 330 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2745 mm |